HEARING PROTECTION QUESTONS?

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My son just put hearing protection on his Christmas list, and wants the kind that allows you to talk, but cut in when shots are fired. He uses 9mm, .45, 30.06, 357's, and shotguns if that helps.
My Questions are what do you use and how much do they cost. I use the cheap kind, after I take out my hearing aids and don't have to listen to anybody. I get wicked feedback if I leave them in with protection.
If there is a thread already on this subject, please direct me to it.
Thanks - Arlie
 
He wants electronic ear protection.

The best for the money IMO:
Howard Leight Impact Sports
Peltor 6s Active Volume

Both of those can be had on Amazon for around 50$

If your looking to spend more MSA Sordins are the most popular high dollar ears.
 
WAT?

On a serious note: I have the Howard Leight R-01526 Impact Sport Electronic Earmuff. When I use them, I wear ear plugs under them, and then crank up the volume until I can hear what is being said. That works ok. They also have a line in (good for connecting a shot timer). Their NRR is only 22, so I use regular ear muffs (3M PELTOR Bull's Eye Ear Muffs) when I don't need to talk to anyone. The difference is very noticeable at the indoor range.
 
For real protection you need a NRR of close to 30 or more. I learned the hard way. A lifetime of shooting with Peltor muffs with a NRR of 22 or so has ruined my hearing.
 
For real protection you need a NRR of close to 30 or more. I learned the hard way. A lifetime of shooting with Peltor muffs with a NRR of 22 or so has ruined my hearing.

+1
My cheapo caldwells are 22nrr I believe. They're only good outdoors. Indoors i still use ear plugs. I double them up when shooting 500 magnum. They don't really go loud enough to cut through earplugs.


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For real protection you need a NRR of close to 30 or more. I learned the hard way. A lifetime of shooting with Peltor muffs with a NRR of 22 or so has ruined my hearing.
Yep. Hearing loss is a bitch. Tinnitus with it is even worse. Ask me how I know this. [thinking]
 
Another vote for the Howard Leight Impact™ Sport

if I'm shooting inside or anything really loud outside then I'll double up amd use some molded earplugs also.
 
50-80 is not a lot to spend when the altenative is hearing loss. The electronic (good quality ones) are great for the range and the woods being they allow you to hear well.

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I like the cheap electric "Muffs" when i am with other people, keeps me from yelling in peoples faces..

You Guys will probibly laugh but lately i'v been using foam inserts so i can wear these goggles..

I'm more worried about my eyes than my ears. Everything seems to always hit me in the eye with or without safety glasses on. i like the side protection.

I split my lip pretty good recently when somone in the stall next to me hit the targetholder. for some reason he missed at a distance of like 8 feet.

Ear plugs
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BAZQZD0/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Goggles
http://www.amazon.com/ESS-Eyewear-P...&qid=1416237575&sr=1-1&keywords=ess+turbo+fan
 
For the eyes, a good fitting pair of Oakleys work for me. When indoors I have some cheapo Remington shooting glasses that wrap around for side protection. I do want to get a clear pair of Oakleys.


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Your probably right about that, before i starting using goggles i only used cheap safety glasses. a quality pair could have gone a long way.
There is a definite convenience to throw away earplugs and safety glass.
Although, i have managed to not scratch my goggle other than spatter damage when they are doing there job, maybe i am "grown up" enough for a quality pair of shades.

Are the $200 electric muffs really any better? my 25-35 pair is 5 years old and function flawlessly, just not comfortable with the goggles...i also prefer the earplugs for rifle...more comfortable cheek rest.
 
I like the cheap electric "Muffs" when i am with other people, keeps me from yelling in peoples faces..

You Guys will probibly laugh but lately i'v been using foam inserts so i can wear these goggles..

I'm more worried about my eyes than my ears. Everything seems to always hit me in the eye with or without safety glasses on. i like the side protection.

I split my lip pretty good recently when somone in the stall next to me hit the targetholder. for some reason he missed at a distance of like 8 feet.

Ear plugs
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BAZQZD0/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Goggles
http://www.amazon.com/ESS-Eyewear-P...&qid=1416237575&sr=1-1&keywords=ess+turbo+fan

You're not alone about the goggles. I was thinking about a pair from Revision. Also available on Amazon.
 
Your probably right about that, before i starting using goggles i only used cheap safety glasses. a quality pair could have gone a long way.
There is a definite convenience to throw away earplugs and safety glass.
Although, i have managed to not scratch my goggle other than spatter damage when they are doing there job, maybe i am "grown up" enough for a quality pair of shades.

Are the $200 electric muffs really any better? my 25-35 pair is 5 years old and function flawlessly, just not comfortable with the goggles...i also prefer the earplugs for rifle...more comfortable cheek rest.

Howard Leights will only run you about $40. Use 2 simple AA batteries. When the earmuffs get sticky and nasty, they have a replacement cup kit - advertised as their hygiene kit if I recall correctly.
 
When i first saw the electric models maybe 6 -8 years ago. I said boy those must be expensive. my mom got me a pair for Christmas i was shocked to find out they where so cheap.
Then i thought i bet these suck and won't last long or offer good protection.Wrong again......Than i became aware that everyone else in the rang can hear what i say even a whisper....
 
I recently picked up Howard Leight with 30NRR
http://www.amazon.com/Honeywell-R-0..._sbs_hi_2?ie=UTF8&refRID=1DF9V8KY52TBE2BTNZPT

I shoot a lot indoors and these work great. The ear cup is a bit larger then most others, but I do not have any interference when shooting rifle.
These also allow you to hook up your ipod and listen to music while shooting... haven't done that yet, but if your son is into his music that's a cool feature!
 
Thanks for all the help. Not to hijack my own thread, But Len2a how did and where did you find "Try giving this Sticky a read.

http://www.northeastshooters.com/vbu...-Priced-lt-200?" I would like to do that in the future. Thanks - Arlie

Oh Howard Leight by Honeywell R-01902 Impact Pro Electronic Shooting Earmuffs
$67.26 is on my wish list now.

Using Advanced Search with "Search Single Content Type", put keyword in and select "Search Titles Only" if you suspect that the word is in the title.

http://www.northeastshooters.com/vbulletin/search.php?search_type=1
 
+1 for the Howard Leights, but ALWAYS double up on earpro. Foam plugs alone will not protect your hearing from damage, just as muffs alone will not either.
 
The purple ones from Wallyworld have the highest NRR I've found =33
If you wear them under electronic ones turned up all the way, then you can hear people talking& not hear the bangs & booms
 
I like the cheap electric "Muffs" when i am with other people, keeps me from yelling in peoples faces..

You Guys will probibly laugh but lately i'v been using foam inserts so i can wear these goggles..

Ear plugs
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BAZQZD0/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Those soft ear plugs don't work for me & they constantly fall out. I prefer harder ear plugs like these from home depot.
http://www.homedepot.com/p/3M-Tekk-Protection-Reusable-Corded-Earplugs-3-Pack-90716-80025T/202195388
I wear ear plugs & ear muffs and it works for me.
 
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